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Does that elusive bedtime hour have you downing copious amounts of chamomile tea, counting ducks in a hot bath, hiding your screens, or counting your worries? Are the sleep sheep nowhere to be found? A full seven to nine hours — the gold standard of a good night’s sleep — remains so out of reach for nearly 50-70 million adults every night. Blame it on restless leg syndrome, anxiety, general stress about that next big presentation, or the aftereffect of swiping right at the wrong time — whatever the reason — consider adding a little gravity to the situation. As in a weighted blanket. Feel like a newborn, swaddled, hugged and snug. Begin to relax as the deep pressure helps to stimulate the release of serotonin, melatonin and dopamine, all of which provide that needed calm for a restful, dreamy sleep.
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Weighing anywhere from 5 to 30 pounds, these blankets tend to make you naturally feel relaxed. Rule of thumb in terms of size? Around 10% of your own body weight to ensure the blanket fits snugly around your frame. And 1 to 2 pounds for children and older adults. Weighted blankets are smaller than the traditional comforter and won’t hang off the edges of your bed. If you’re tall, you might want to splurge on a larger size (over 80 inches long) to keep those feet covered and relaxed. Either way, the blanket does not need to cover your entire bed, just you (and your sleep mate).
YnM Bamboo Weighted Blanket — 100% Cooling Bamboo Viscose Oeko-Tex Certified Material with Premium Glass Beads (Blue Grey, 60 x 80 inches), Suitable for One-Person Use on Queen/King Bed: $89.90 List Price | Get that cool feeling of water against your body as you decompress and calm your bod in this incredibly soft, silky blanket. The seven layers, including an extra two to prevent bead leakage, are designed to the match contours and shape of your body for maximum comfort. Think more glass beads and less fiber to offer better temperature control.
Luna Adult Weighted Blanket — Individual Use — 15 lbs — 60x80 – Queen-Size Bed — 100% Oeko-Tex Cooling Cotton & Glass Beads — USA designed — Heavy Cool Weight — Light Grey: $82.49 List Price | Stop your brain from racing and get some zzzzz’s with this hypoallergenic and breathable blanket made with medical-grade glass beads that reduce shifting and allow for a more event distribution of weight. Keep in mind that only the king-size Luna is meant for sharing, and give it three to seven days for your body to adjust to the weighted sensation before you begin to experience the full benefits. As Ceci says, “Oh my GOD is this blanket amazing. I feel like I’m being swaddled like the perfect baby … as soon as I got it I took a long nap and woke up hours later. I never even napped after finals in college; this knocked me right out.”
HEARTH & STONE Chunky Kit Blanket — Cozy Chunky Knit Blanket Throw, Knitted Throw Blanket — Braided Blanket (Slate Grey): $65.00 List Price | This absurdly butter-soft feeling chenille luxury yarn is hard not to touch. Large enough for a bed, sofa or lounge chair, the custom-engineered thick yarn is completely no-shed and hypoallergenic. The proof is in the feedback. As Andrew says, “If you’re a fellow looking for what your gal calls a chunky yarn blanket, this is a good alternative … it’s washable, warm and soft. She’ll be happy. Your dog will be happy. You’ll be happy.”
Cottonblue Sherpa Fleece Weighted Blanket 15 lbs, Flannel Cozy Plush Blanket, Fuzzy Flannel Bedding Blanket Throw for Full Queen Bed, Minky Soft Blanket for Sofa Bed 48 x 72 inches: $49.99 List Price | Deep sleep within reach. This soft Sherpa fleece will soon become your best sleep bud. It’s cuddle-like gentleness will leave you in the know on what it feels like to live in the cloud and sweeten your dreams. The seven-layer design combined with the edgy sewing method ensures the ceramic beads are securely locked into every small compartment without leakage or hustling. Available in 15 colors. Dream on.
